Definition of DUCHY

duchy

Meanings

Plural: duchies

Noun

  • the domain controlled by a duke or duchess
  • A dominion or region ruled by a duke or duchess.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English duche, from Anglo-Norman duché, from Old French duc, or from Medieval Latin ducātus, from Latin dux. Doublet of ducat.

Synonyms

dukedom

Scrabble Score: 14

duchy is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
duchy is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
duchy is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

duchy is a valid Words With Friends word